Editing for businesses and academics

Your ideas, nearly there publication‑ready.

We turn strong thinking into clear, confident English. Our master’s and PhD‑qualified editors sharpen the precision and tone of your writing while keeping your voice intact, whether your draft began as a full manuscript or an AI‑assisted first pass.

Master’s & PhD-qualified editors Replies within a few hours Support 08:00–19:00 CET

Who we work with

When your name is on it

We work with consultancies and advisory firms, think tanks and NGOs, and universities and research groups. The people we edit for are often analysts, researchers, and communications leads whose documents have to persuade someone.

Services

What we do

We tailor every edit to your audience and to what the document has to do. If you’re not sure which service you need, send us your document, and we’ll talk through your goals and find the service that best fits your needs.

No.Service

You’ll find all of our rates, in US dollars, on the rates page.

How it works

From inquiry to edited

01
Tell us about your project
Use the form below or email us. Send it at whatever stage it’s at, and don’t worry if it’s messy.
02
Hear back within hours
We usually reply within a few hours, agree the scope with you, and match you with the right editor before we quote.
03
We edit in tracked changes
We work in Microsoft Word with tracked changes, so every change is visible and reversible, and we leave a margin comment wherever there’s a decision that only you can make.
04
Delivery and follow-up
You get the edited document back by the agreed deadline, and questions after delivery are welcome.

What clients say

In their own words

“I’m extremely satisfied … Thank you for the excellent work which is highly appreciated and the very professional service you provide. Sincerely, I have nothing to suggest for further improvement. For me it has been just a great experience. Merci beaucoup!”
A. L. · Research Assistant
Many thanks for your excellent services. Again, I’m very satisfied with your editing work.
H. N. · COO, Family Firm
Great feedback that went over and beyond the editing request.
L. F. · Communications Manager
On time, world-class service.
M. K. · Corporate Strategist
What you have done is something amazing. I really appreciate all efforts you have made. Thanks again!
C. R. · PhD Candidate
Thank you for thorough feedback with really helpful advice.
J. S. · Mechanical Engineer
This is the first time using your service. Love it! Thank you so much.
E. I. · PhD, Astrophysics

Rates

Straightforward hourly rates

We charge for an expert’s time rather than by the word, with no packages or tiers. A clean draft and a messy one of the same length can take very different amounts of time to edit.

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FAQ

Your questions, answered

How fast can you turn my document around?

Let us know your deadline when you get in touch, and we’ll confirm what’s possible in our first reply, which usually comes within a few hours during our support hours. Turnaround runs from payment rather than from when you place the order.

Can you provide an editing certificate?

Yes, and there’s no extra charge. Some journals ask for proof that a manuscript has been professionally edited, and institutions and employers sometimes ask too, so let us know if you need one and we’ll issue it with your edited document.

Will editing change my voice?

Editing shouldn’t change your voice. We sharpen the precision and tone of the writing while keeping what makes it yours, and because every change comes back tracked, you can reject anything that doesn’t sound like you.

My draft started life in ChatGPT. Is that a problem?

That’s no problem: refining AI-assisted drafts is one of our specialties. We check every claim and source, and we edit the text so that it’s accurate and on-brand and reads as your own, however it was first drafted.

Will editing guarantee publication, a grade, or a won contract?

No editor can promise acceptance, and you should be wary of one who does: reviewers, examiners, and clients judge the substance of your work. We can make sure that the language doesn’t get in the way and that your writing shows your thinking at its best.

Is my document confidential?

Yes: we share your document only with the people working on it, and we’re happy to sign an NDA for sensitive material.

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Contact

Tell us what you’re working on

Whatever the state or stage of your document, we’ll match you with the right editor and agree the scope with you before quoting.

hello@refineryediting.com

We usually reply within a few hours.
Support hours: 08:00–19:00 CET.

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